Typhoon Usagi weakened sharply on Friday after bearing down on the Philippines' northern towns, blowing away houses in its path as authorities brace for another storm that could hit the capital Manila over the weekend.

Typhoon Usagi weakened after impacting northern Philippines, destroying homes as its weakened state moves towards Taiwan. The Philippines is preparing for another storm, Typhoon Man-yi, potentially becoming a super typhoon over the weekend.

Strong winds and torrential rain batter the Philippines as Super Typhoon Usagi arrives:: Mark Andres Bagasin:::: Cagayan Province, PhilippinesVideos from an eyewitness showed trees swaying heavily in Palawig,